Assistant Director, Undergraduate Recruiting
The Tippie College of Business seeks candidates for an Assistant Director in their Undergraduate Program Office (UPO). The position is responsible for supervising the student ambassadors within the Business Student Ambassador Organization (BSAO) and serving as a member of the admissions team. Responsibilities will require occasional time outside the 8:00am to 5:00pm work day to support recruiting activities and events.
The Undergraduate Program Office encourages students to learn by doing—engaging students to broaden their world view, communicate with clarity, gain business skills and knowledge and work together to achieve common goals. We are committed to developing socially responsible and innovative leaders who do things the right way.
The Assistant Director for Undergraduate Recruiting will support the UPO’s culture of optimism, collaboration, proactive problem solving and works collaboratively with multiple constituents within the Tippie College of Business and the University including International Programs and the Office of Admissions.
Job Duties and Tasks
- Assist in the planning and implementation of domestic and international recruitment activities, including, but not limited to Hawkeye Visit Days, Admitted Student Days, Top Scholars Day, Transfer Days, Preview Iowa, Business Visit Day, Next Step Iowa, special recruiting presentations, Admission Information Sessions, and daily visits with prospective students and parents. Some recruiting events will require occasional time outside the 8:00am to 5:00pm.
- Lead Presenter on Monday/Friday Daily Visits
- Primary lead and presenter on all Hawkeye Visit Day Presentations, majors fair and tour coordination.
- Supervise the Business Student Ambassador Organization (BSAO), including hiring and training Ambassadors on admissions requirements, academic programs, and tour presentations.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of specific outreach programs and recruiting materials for K-12 Programs, FBLA and DECA Fairs/Conferences, Community Colleges, Alumni Networks, Community partners and Tippie Gateway program.
- Collaborate with Tippie and campus partners to develop and implement programs and initiatives aimed at supporting students and creating welcoming and respectful Tippie community.
- Assist with May and December commencement activities and summer new student orientation programs such as Becoming a Hawkeye Days.
- Assist in the preparation, utilization, and monitoring of the BSAO and PCSA budget.
- Provide support to Associate Director monitoring Admissions budget and placing Swag orders.
- General supervision of the Business Student Ambassador Organization (BSAO) and direct supervision to President and Executive Team.
- Co-supervision of the Pomerantz Center Student Assistants (PCSAs).
- General supervision is received from the Associate Director, Undergraduate Admissions.
Get to know the Tippie College of Business
Since 1847, the Tippie College of Business has cultivated a legacy of innovation, thought leadership, and excellence in business education. We are over 4,700 students with BBA and graduate programs spanning six academic departments—accounting, business analytics, economics, finance, marketing, and management and entrepreneurship. We are eight centers and institutes, and four student-managed endowment funds. We’re over 56,000 alumni—and growing. Tippie is regularly listed in top business school rankings. We also hold the gold standard of accreditations, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and have maintained the accreditation for over 95 years (since 1923).
This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Salary: $50,000-$60,000
To obtain the full job description including key areas of responsibility, technical competencies, and desirable qualifications, please contact joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education Requirement
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications
- Typically 1 or more years in a student services role supporting undergraduate success such as academic advising, academic support and retention, residence life, admission counseling, career advising, student life or similar.
- Working knowledge of and experience in program management and/or event planning and execution.
- Expert knowledge of and ability to communicate effectively with individuals and large groups both verbally and in writing.
- Proficiency in MS Office computer applications.
- Demonstrated constructive and collaborative relationship building skills with a variety of individuals and groups, including peers, leadership and external constituents.
- Valid US driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards.
Desired Qualifications
- Reasonable experience in higher education academic advising with responsibility for a caseload of students in an ongoing advising capacity.
- Reasonable experience in student organization supervision.
- Reasonable experience with planning, implementing, and assessing admissions programs and their impact.
- Master’s degree in business, student affairs, or a related field.
- Knowledge of University of Iowa policies and procedures related to undergraduate students.
- Functional fluency in more than one language.
Application Details:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Josh Gulick at joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu.
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position. Pay Level 4A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
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